2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. 2003 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
